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Investigation into UK's statistics agency after criticism of its data
The Office for National Statistics is under review after criticism about the reliability of its data.BBC News - 2d -
Probe launched into flawed data at UK statistics agency
Government-backed investigation will examine culture and leadership at ONS amid concerns over reliability of official figuresFinancial Times - 2d -
ONS to refocus on core economic data
UK’s statistics agency scales down work in key public policy areas in response to budget constraintsFinancial Times - 1h -
Faulty data leaves Britain in the dark
The quality of ONS governance and critical statistics needs fixingFinancial Times - 1d -
Euro zone inflation dips to 2.2% in March as U.S. tariffs loom
Euro zone inflation dipped to 2.2% in March, as expected, according to flash data from statistics agency Eurostat published Tuesday.CNBC - 2d -
Cabinet Office to scrutinise failings of UK’s official data provider ONS
Internal questioning could lead to independent probe after high-profile bunglesFinancial Times - 3d -
Danish foreign minister scolds Trump administration for its criticism of Denmark and Greenland
The Danish foreign minister has scolded the Trump administration for its “tone” in criticizing Denmark and Greenland, saying his country is already investing more into Arctic security and remains ...ABC News - 5d -
UK tech scheme includes AI tool to mark homework as ministers weigh selling data
Public records my be monetised as part of National Data Library within a decade, says science secretary Peter KyleFinancial Times - 3d -
Secret filming reveals brazen tactics of UK immigration scammers
An undercover BBC investigation exposes how rogue agents are exploiting a UK visa scheme.BBC News - 3d -
UK and Mauritius close in on deal over Chagos Islands after US signals its consent
Britain and Mauritius are finalizing a deal to transfer sovereignty over the Chagos Islands, a U.K. territory that is home to a major U.S. military baseABC News - 2d -
Putin open to contacts after Trump criticism: Kremlin
Russian President Vladimir Putin says he's open to staying in touch with the White House after critical comments from the U.S. president toward Russia's leader, which have been rare amid his ...The Hill - 2d -
Environment Agency orders review into tyre recycling after BBC probe
Environment Agency review waste tyre exports after BBC probe reveals millions sent to furnaces in India.BBC News - 1d -
Investigation launched after racist message ‘blasted out’ at asylum centre
Offensive broadside was reportedly heard over portable radios at Manston processing site. An investigation has been launched after a racist message was reportedly “blasted out” on portable radios ...The Guardian - 1d -
Washington Post columnist quits after critical op-ed on Bezos is killed
Ruth Marcus, a longtime op-ed writer for the Washington Post, quit on Monday after, she said, her column criticizing owner Jeff Bezos was killed by publisher.CBS News - Mar. 11 -
Banks and tech groups commit to live data-sharing in UK fraud clampdown
Industry-led initiative promises to beat existing scam-monitoring systemsFinancial Times - 3d -
49ers place in NFL hierarchy drops after slow free agency
A modest free agency period sees the 49ers paying the price in the latest batch of ESPN NFL power rankings.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Trump’s Dismantling of Minority Business Agency Could Hinder Job Growth
Supporters of the agency said its gutting could hurt minority-owned businesses that already face additional barriers to gaining capital.The New York Times - 2d -
Primark chief resigns after investigation into inappropriate behaviour
Paul Marchant leaves retailer after probe into allegation about his behaviour in a social environmentFinancial Times - 3d -
‘Woke’ criticism of Doctor Who proves show on right track, says its newest star
Varada Sethu joining series as Doctor’s latest companion, marking first time Tardis team is wholly people of colour. Criticisms that Doctor Who has become too “woke” prove the series is doing the ...The Guardian - 2d -
Crockett responds to Bondi's 'threat' over Musk criticism
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) on Wednesday pushed back against Attorney General Pam Bondi after the Justice Department head criticized the Texas Democrat’s comments about tech billionaire Elon ...The Hill - 18h -
Toxicology tests show Brett Gardner's son died of carbon monoxide poisoning, agency says
The 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees player Brett Gardner died of carbon monoxide poisoning while on vacation in Costa Rica last month, an investigative agency in the Central American ...NBC News - 1h -
Browns early 53-man roster projection ahead of 2025 NFL draft and after NFL free agency
How could the Browns roster shake out after their NFL free agency signings and ahead of the 2025 NFL draft? Let's take a look.Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Donald Trump signs off UK’s handover of Chagos Islands to Mauritius
No 10 says deal to cede UK’s last African colony now being finalised after months of doubt. Donald Trump has signed off the UK’s handover of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, Downing Street has ...The Guardian - 1d -
Kim Mulkey, Vic Schaefer echo UConn coach Geno Auriemma’s criticism of two-site NCAA Tournament regionals
SPOKANE, Wash. — UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma took the podium for his pregame press conference Sunday around 9 a.m., barely 15 hours after his team finished its postgame obligations ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Alan Turing Institute plans revamp in face of criticism and technological change
Chief of Britain’s flagship AI agency says ‘big strategic’ shift is neededFinancial Times - 2d -
Bears GM Ryan Poles explains how draft approach has changed after free agency
Bears GM Ryan Poles explained how the draft approach at No. 10 has changed since the team's free agency moves.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
German inflation falls to 2.3% in March, backing bets for ECB rate cut
German inflation came in at a lower-than-expected 2.3% in March, preliminary data from the country's statistics office Destatis showed Monday.CNBC - 3d -
UK house prices stall in March as stamp duty holiday ends
Nationwide data shows no growth from February, missing economists’ forecasts of a 0.2% riseFinancial Times - 2d -
C.D.C. Cuts Threaten to Set Back the Nation’s Health, Critics Say
The reorganization that began on Tuesday will scale back an agency that has been a public health model around the world.The New York Times - 16h -
How the U.S. Broke Its Own Rules to Help Ukraine
A New York Times investigation reveals that the United States was much more involved in Ukrainian military operations than publicly disclosed. Adam Entous, a Times investigative reporter, breaks ...The New York Times - 4d -
'Ghosts in the system': BBC speaks to bipolar patients who feel failed and forgotten
Exclusive data shows how neglect of this common mental health condition costs the UK nearly £10bn a year.BBC News - 2d -
🎧 The 'data debate'
Rob Butler and Chris Reeve are joined by Norwich City fans Richard Lain-Smith and Will Graver to discuss the rise in prominence of data in football.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
CFPB, the consumer watchdog agency, under fire by President Trump, DOGE | 60 Minutes
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, a watchdog agency created to protect consumers, is under fire by President Trump and DOGE. Its new head ordered work to stop and funding to end.CBS News - 3d -
Despite the headlines, remote work is as popular as ever
Data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Atlanta Fed, and Stanford University show that there has been no significant decrease in workplace flexibility, with more employees enjoying hybrid ...The Hill - 2d -
UK will refocus green quangos to clear ‘way for progress’, says minister
Environment Agency and Natural England to prioritise development as well as nature, says Steve ReedFinancial Times - 1d -
Prince Harry Expresses ‘Relief’ Over Charity Commission’s Sentebale Investigation
A British regulator said it would examine concerns about Sentebale, the charity Harry co-founded, looking at its chair as well as its trustees.The New York Times - 2h -
UK poised to host 2035 Women’s World Cup and US lands 2031 tournament
Fifa president Infantino says UK is the ‘one valid bid’ US may host in 2031 alongside other Concacaf nations The United Kingdom appears certain to host the 2035 Women’s World Cup after Gianni ...The Guardian - 4h -
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Prospects mulling options after critical visits
Four-star Tennessee tight end commit Carson Sneed recently visited Ole Miss.Yahoo Sports - 3d
